7th Asia Property Awards

Australia

Australia’s outstanding developers will be honoured at the exclusive gala and awards presentation of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) to celebrate the best of the best in the Asia Pacific real estate sector in the past year. 

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) is the most respected and most sought-after real estate industry awards programme. The event is part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series established in 2005. With a professionally run and supervised judging system, the Asia Property Awards is the gold standard in real estate. 

ENTRIES OPEN

Now

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE

2

Aug 2024

SITE INSPECTIONS

12-8

Aug-Sep 2024

FINAL JUDGING

10

Sep 2024

GALA NIGHT

11

Oct 2024

Developer Awards

Best Developer

Must have completed at least 5 residential, commercial, hospitality developments in Australia since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Boutique Developer

Must have completed at least 2 boutique residential, commercial or hospitality developments in Australia since January 2019. Boutique developments. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Sustainable Developer

Must have completed at least 2 sustainable developments in Australia since 2019. Sustainable developers consistently implement environmentally sensitive design features, use low impact construction materials, and install energy, waste efficient systems. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Breakthrough Developer

Must have launched first project during or after 2023 and have at least one new project in the pipeline to be launched before the end of 2024. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Lifestyle Developer

Must have completed at least 2 lifestyle developments in Australia from 2019 to present. Lifestyle developers offer additional facilities in all their projects for residents to enhance their living experience, such as swimming pools, health and fitness areas, social spaces, children’s playgrounds, convenience stores. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Luxury Developer

Chosen from all Luxury Developer category winners. No direct entries. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Luxury Developer (New South Wales)

Must have completed at least 3 luxury residential developments (For Housing/ Townhouse Development should have an average price more than AUD 25,000 per sqm. For Apartment Development should have an average unit price more than AUD 20,000 per sqm) in New South Wales since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Luxury Developer (Victoria)

Must have completed at least 3 luxury residential developments (For Housing/ Townhouse Development should have an average price more than AUD 20,000 per sqm. For Apartment Development should have an average unit price more than AUD 10,000 per sqm) in Victoria since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Luxury Developer (Queensland)

Must have completed at least 3 luxury residential developments (For Housing/ Townhouse Development should have an average price more than AUD xx,000 per sqm. For Apartment Development should have an average unit price more than AUD xx,000 per sqm) in Queensland since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category

Best Luxury Developer (Western Australia)

Must have completed at least 3 luxury residential developments (For Housing/ Townhouse Development should have an average price more than xx,000 AUD per sqm. For Apartment Development should have an average unit price more than AUD xx,000 per sqm) in Western Australia since January 2019. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category

Best Affordable Residential Developer

Must have completed at least 2 Affordable developments (Condo or Housing/Landed) in Australia before Dec 2023

Best Commercial Developer

Must have completed at least 2 commercial developments in Australia from 2019 to present. Commercial developments include office and/or retail projects. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Hospitality Developer

Must have completed at least 2 hospitality developments in Australia from 2019 to present. Hospitality developments include hotel and resort projects Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Industrial Developer

Must have completed at least 2 industrial developments in Australia from 2019 to present. Industrial developments include manufacturing and/or logistics sector projects. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Mixed Use Developer

Must have completed at least 2 mixed use developments in Australia from 2019 to present. Mixed-Use developments should include a minimum of two interconnected components: residential, retail, office, hospitality, medical, entertainment etc. Companies that enter Developer categories must also enter at least 1 development or design category.

Best Luxury Apartment Development (New South Wales)

Open to condominiums and apartments with an average price of more than 20,000 per sqm.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (New South Wales)

Open to condominiums and apartments with an average price of less than 20,000 per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit.

Best Luxury Apartment Development (Victoria)

Open to condominiums and apartments with an average price of more than 10,000 per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (Victoria)

Open to condominiums and apartments with an average price of less than 10,000 per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (Queensland)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Queensland. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (Western Australia)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Western Australia. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (Australia Capital Territory)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Australia Capital Territory. Must have a show unit.

Best Apartment Development (South Australia)

Open to condominiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in South Australia. Must have a show unit.

Best Luxury Housing Development (New South Wales)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average price of more than 25,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Housing Development (New South Wales)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average price of less than 25,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Luxury Housing Development (Victoria)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average price of more than 20,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Housing Development (Victoria)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas with an average price of less than 20,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Housing Development (Queensland)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Queensland. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Housing Development (Western Australia)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Western Australia. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Housing Development (Australia Capital Territory)

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Australia Capital Territory. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Luxury Townhouse Development (New South Wales)

Open to Townhouse project with an average price of more than 25,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show

Best Townhouse Development (New South Wales)

Open to Townhouse project with an average price of less than 25,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in New South Wales. Must have a show.

Best Luxury Townhouse Development (Victoria)

Open to Townhouse project with an average price of more than 20,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Victoria. Must have a show.

Best Townhouse Development (Victoria)

Open to Townhouse project with an average price of less than 20,000 AUD per sqm. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Victoria. Must have a show.

Best Townhouse Development (Queensland)

Open to Townhouse. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Queensland. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Townhouse Development (Western Australia)

Open to Townhouse. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Western Australia. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Townhouse Development (Australia Capital Territory)

Open to Townhouse. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Eligible projects should be located in Australia Capital Territory. Must have a show unit. Phase of a multiphase developments are also eligible for entry.

Best Student Accommodation Development

Open to owner managed accommodation targeted at students. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Completed Apartment Development

Open to Completed condominiums and apartments project with hand over date between Jan 2022 to Dec 2023. Must a have show unit.

Best Completed Housing Development

Open to Completed developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas. project with hand over date between Jan 2022 to Dec 2023. Must have a show unit.

Best Completed Townhouse Development

Open to Completed townhouse with hand over date between Jan 2022 to Dec 2023. Must have a show unit.

Best Connectivity Apartment Development

Open to condominiums and apartments which located less than 400m from closest transit station (Multi Modal Transport) or major highways.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Connectivity Housing Development

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which located less than 400m from closest transit station (Multi Modal Transport) or major highways.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Connectivity Townhouse Development

Open to townhouse which located less than 400m from closest transit station (Multi Modal Transport) or major highways.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Waterfront Apartment Development

Open to condominiums and apartments which located no further than 1km from a body of water like a lake, river, canal, or ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Waterfront Housing Development

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas which located no further than 1km from a body of water like a lake, river, canal, or ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Waterfront Townhouse Development

Open to townhouse which located no further than 1km from a body of water like a lake, river, canal, or ocean. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Branded Residential Development

Open to Residential property managed and operated by an International hospitality brand. he development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Integrated Work From Home Development

Open to a project with shared and own workspace amenity as part of a housing/apartment/condo project that can be used only by residents/tenants. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Eco Friendly Apartment Development

Open to condominiums and apartments that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Eco Friendly Housing Development

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Investment Condo Development

Open to Condo project with a range of facilities and management services that allow owners to rent out their property to long term tenants or as a holiday home. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Investment Housing Development

Open to Housing project with a range of facilities and management services that allow owners to rent out their property to long term tenants or as a holiday home. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Lifestyle Condo Development

Open to Condo developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Lifestyle Housing Development

Open to Housing developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Senior Living Development

Open to residential projects that offer facilities and services that especially cater to senior citizens, such as daily fitness activities, onsite healthcare, senior- friendly surroundings and social programmes. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Wellness Residential Development

Open to residential projects that include a variety of facilities that cater to residents health and wellness. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Build to Rent Development

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027.

Best Universal Design Development

Open to developments that can be accessed, understood and used by all people regardless of their age, size, ability or disability. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027.

Best Smart Home Development

Open to residential projects that use internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of appliances and systems, such as lighting, temperature and security.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2027. All shortlisted residential developments are eligible.

Best Township Development

Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project. The development must include landed residential, retail, educational and/or medical facilities. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Office Development

Open to office buildings. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Retail Development

Open to retail developments with more than 20,000 GFA. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Hotel Development

Open to hotel developments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Mixed Use Development

Open to Mixed Use developments with two or more components, including residential, office, retail, hospitality, medical and entertainment. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Industrial Development

Open to Industrial developments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. Industrial developments include manufacturing and/or logistics sector projects.

Best Educational Development

Open to education development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027.

Best Heritage Development

Open to Heritage developments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2021 and December 2027.

Best Eco Friendly Commercial Development

Open to Commercial that demonstrate the use of sustainable materials, technology or techniques but do not have official green certification. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027. Must have show a unit.

Best Smart Building Development

Open to commercial projects that use internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of appliances and systems, such as lighting, temperature and security. The development must be innovative in the use of technology and be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027. Must have a show unit.

Best Lifestyle Commercial Development

Open to commercial developments which specify target market & features to support that lifestyle. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027.

Best Green Development

Open for Residential and Commercial Projects. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. Open to developments with internationally recognized green certification (granted). The developer must submit relevant documents, images and certifications to support each entry as evidence of: Energy saving systems, Water management systems, Waste management systems and health related features

Best Nature Integrated Development

Open to residential developments that are designed and built to integrate with their natural surroundings. At least 60% of units must face nature and the project must offer convenient on-and off-site access to green spaces.

Design Awards

Best Apartment Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Housing Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Townhouse Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. Criteria is applied to the full masterplan design and includes aesthetics, variety, accessibility, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Apartment Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Housing Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Senior Living Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027.General criteria include interior themes, colours, textures, finishing, functionality, relevance, innovation, safety, health, ease of maintenance.

Best Apartment Landscape Design

Open to condiminiums and apartments. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Housing Landscape Design

Open to developments with more than 4 units of houses and/or villas.The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Townhouse Landscape Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Retail Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Retail Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Office Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Office Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Hotel Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Hotel Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Mixed Use Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and before December 2027. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Mixed Use Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Educational Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Educational Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Heritage Architectural Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Heritage Interior Design

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include theme, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, functionality, relevance, innovation, maintenance, health and safety.

Best Commercial Landscape Design

Open to commercial project.The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include consistency (flora & outdoor features), proportion, plant variety, innovation, accessibility, segmentation, special transition, ease of maintenance, environmental impact.

Best Co Working Space

The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. General criteria include concept, space planning, functionality, communal area design, private area design, colour, texture, finishing, comfort, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best Township Masterplan Design

Open to township developments with at least one completed building in an ongoing project. The development plan must include land, residential units, retail, education and medical facilities. The development must be completed in the period between January 2022 and December 2027. Must have a show unit. General Criteria include dynamic long-term planning document that provides a conceptual layout to guide future growth and development.

Best Sales Gallery Architectural Design

Open to a completed sales gallery of residential or commercial development. The development must be completed in the period between January 2023 and before December 2028. General criteria include concept, form, shape, use of space, design innovation, longevity, materials selection, longevity, environmental impact.

Best of Australia Awards

Best Condo/Apartment Development (Australia)

Chosen from all the condos/apartments categories winners.

Best Housing Development (Australia)

Chosen from all the housing categories winners.

Best Townhouse Development (Australia)

Chosen from all the townhouses categories winners.

The ESG Developer Awards

Sustainable Design Award

The Developer prioritizes sustainable design as a fundamental aspect of its projects, incorporating environmentally responsible practices and materials to minimize the negative environmental impact of construction, operation, and maintenance of buildings and communal areas.

Sustainable Construction Award

The Developer demonstrates sustainable construction practices through project management, craftsmanship, and innovative construction techniques, minimizing waste, saving energy and applying source reduction strategies.

Energy Efficiency Award

The Developer applies measures to minimize energy consumption within buildings (during design, construction and operation). This encompasses various strategies and technologies aimed at optimizing energy use while maintaining or improving comfort, functionality, and performance.

Social Impact Awards

The Developer consistently implements, applies and contributes financuially to a range of initiatives aimed at making positive contributions to society, the environment, and the communities in which they operate.

Publisher's Choice

Real Estate Personality of the Year

Chosen by Editorial team of PropertyGuru Property Report Magazine. No direct entry.

Judging Panel

Ivan Lam

Chairperson (Australia)

Head of International Business, Charter Keck Cramer

Lui Violanti

Vice Chairperson (Australia)

Regional Manager - Western Australian ,Inhabit Group

Benson Zhou

Director - Hotels, CBD and Metropolitan Sales State Head - Asia Markets Savills Australia 

Shanker Ramakrishnan

Director, SR Business & Finance Consulting Pty Ltd

Richard Newling Ward

Director, Bayleyward

Peter Li

General Manager, Plus Agency

Steven Yu

Founder and CEO, Valorton group

Edward Haysom

General Director, HAYSOM Architects Vietnam

Karl Fu

Partner - Asian Markets, Winning Commercial

Jackson Liew

Director, Cameron Chisholm Nicol

Michelle Tay

Group Executive Director, The SILC Group

Karen Kong

Head of Property Lending, Bendigo Bank

Catherine Tan

Senior Interior Designer, Interite

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia) gala and awards presentation ceremony will be held together on Friday, 11 October 2024 at Grand Hyatt Melbourne, Australia.

Invites are exclusive for finalists and event partners only. The public can register to view the programme, which will be broadcasted on asiapropertyawards.com/tv-podcastFacebookLinkedIn, and YouTube. 

Shortlisted developers, sponsors, and partners — comprising of C-level and senior industry figures in real estate development, property consultancy, construction, marketing, property technology, legal, finance, and architecture and design — will be present at the exclusive gala event, with safety measures in place. Select members of the media will also be present to cover the illustrious night.

Consumers and real estate agents from all over the globe are invited to watch the livestream.

* Dress Code: Black Tie

6:00 pm

Registration & Cocktail Reception

7:30 pm

Opening Remarks

8:00 pm

Dinner

8:30 pm

Awards Presentation

10:30 pm

Closing Remarks & Post-Gala Cocktail